Apart from Mr Chandra, Dr Ezzuddin and Lord Rix also received the honorary awards from UEL today.

Receiving the degree he said, "If you want to learn the art of living, live in the present. That is the art of living."

He also said, "I have been fortunate enough to have been felicitated at various such esteemed gatherings across the globe. But this recognition will always remain special to me since I`m being honoured amidst 570 young and bright graduates of the University."

Noting that education is the most precious gift, he told the new graduates that "when I look at you all, armed with such rich education, in a hi-tech era, where knowledge and information is at the tip of your fingers, I cannot even imagine what boundaries you all can leap. I wish each one of your great success ahead, and my blessings are with you all."

Stating that it is a matter of immense pride for one to mention that Zee reaches more than 700 million viewers in more than 169 countries, Chandra said "We have set a goal of reaching a billion viewers by the year 2020, and also to be ranked amongst the top global media conglomerates."

He dedicated "this recognition to all the members of the Zee family across the world."